ASU in the Community - Chill Out at the ASU Art Museum this Summer

Chill Out at the ASU Art Museum this Summer

Step into the ASU Art Museum for an engaging, “Art–Cool” summer for 2008. From May 17 to August 30, 2008, the ASU Art Museum will be hosting the ninth annual family-oriented exhibition, "Exploring Dreams: Images from the Permanent Collection." Throughout history, dreams have inspired artists to capture their spirit and bring the imaginary to life. "Exploring Dreams" presents artwork that echoes the dreamlike, surreal images encountered in the depths of sleep and in the shades of waking. The exhibition examines the concepts and science of dreams: what dreams are and their purpose and meanings. Hands-on and informational activities at the gallery are specially designed to encourage visitors to explore their own dreams through images and text.

The annual Family Exhibition at the ASU Art Museum is part of the museum’s InterLab initiative that presents projects that involve collaboration with multiple disciplines, infusing a multi-level appreciation of the artwork, enriching the viewing experience and demonstrating the relevance of art to people’s lives.

The Annual Family Exhibition — "Exploring Dreams: Images from the Permanent Collection" is made possible in part through an investment by IKEA, Changing Hands Bookstore, the ASU Art Museum Advisory Board, and the Friends of the ASU Art Museum.

The ASU Art Museum, named "the single most impressive venue for contemporary art in Arizona" by Art in America magazine is part of the Herberger College of the Arts at Arizona State University. The museum is located on the southeast corner of Mill Avenue and 10th Street in Tempe and admission is free. Nelson Fine Arts Center hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturday, and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. To learn more about the museum and its programs call (480) 965-2787 or visit http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu.